Analyzing the unique traits of characters within a piece of writing.
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What is the vantage point from which a story is told?
Point of view
100
What type of conflict is someone in when they are trying to make a decision?
Internal conflict, person vs. self
200
Who wrote "The Treasure of Lemon Brown?"
Walter Dean Myers
200
What historical events correspond with the progression of the blues music?
Pieces of African American history
200
What are the three methods of characterization?
Character's speech, thoughts, and actions
Physical appearance
Other Characters
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What is the name of the voice telling the story?
The narrator
200
What are the names for the main character and the character or force they are in conflict with?
Protagonist and antagonist
300
What is Lemon Brown's treasure?
Newspaper articles from when he was a blues musician and a harmonica
300
Give the names of two musicians or musical groups mentioned in the timeline.
W. C. Handy, Ma Rainey, Billie Holiday, Muddy Waters, Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, Kool Herc
300
Describe Lemon Brown using three specific details
Answers vary:
He wears rags.
He has newspaper articles tied to his legs.
The thugs try to take his treasure.
Others called him "Sweet Lemon Brown"
He was a wonderful blues musician.
300
Write a sentence in 1st person point of view
Answers vary.
I went to the park.
300
Write an alliteration.
Answers vary. Lounging lama
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Give one example of personification in "The Treasure of Lemon Brown."
Answers vary: Hard times tapped me on the shoulder. When Mr. Pain sees he can't worry you, he bothers someone else.
400
Who is considered the "father of the blues?"
W. C. Handy
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What information is provided about Greg? List two things we know about this character.
Answers vary. He is 14. He is having trouble in math. He is fighting with his dad. He listens to Lemon Brown's story.
400
I can not believe she did that, thought Ashley. I hope Ashley did not see me, thought Courtney.
What is the point of view here?
3rd person omniscient
400
Write a sentence with an example of an onomatopoeia.
Answers vary. The bee said buzz.
500
What does Greg do when he thinks of the lecture his father will give him at the end of the story? Why does he do this?
He smiles
Answers Vary: Greg has a new appreciation for the fact that his father wants the best for him. Greg understands the sacrifices his father has made for him.
500
What is scope? What four things help determine scope?
Scope is the range or breath that is covered in a work.
It is determined by people, places, events, and topic.
500
Characterize the thugs. Provide three details.
Answers vary.
They have slurred speech. Lemon Brown calls them "Bad men." They come to take Lemon Brown's treasure. They are prepared to hit Lemon Brown with a pipe.
500
What point of view is used in "The Treasure of Lemon Brown?"
3rd person limited
500
What were the names of the protagonist and antagonist in the poem that influenced "The Hobbit?"